SetCPU for Root Users [UPDATE 1.4.6] 02/04/2010

[coolbho3000]

SetCPU is an overclocking application for Android. It will work with most if not all rooted Android 1.5/1.6/2.0/2.1 builds on supported devices.

The program is free here for XDA members. It costs 99 cents on the Android Market. To install the APK I posted here, use ADB (in the Android SDK), Astro, or another application that can install APKs.

Warning: Very low or higher than normal frequencies may freeze your phone. Especially high frequencies (such as those enabled in certain custom kernels) have a risk of shortening the life of your phone. If your phone freezes, just yank out the battery.

I'm kinda running low on cash so Please buy it on the Market to donate if you like it.

Documentation and more information can be found here: http://www.pokedev.com/setcpu/

Changelog:
1.4.0: Revamped the main interface quite a bit, and fixed a few minor bugs.

1.4.0a: fixed a bug where 122MHz was being called 128MHz.

1.4.1: * Using Eclair API. Will work on QVGA devices (Tattoo) and WVGA devices (Sholes)
* Major performance enhancements - setting frequencies should be much faster in every situation (in the main application, profiles, upon startup, etc.).
* Added a small home screen widget that shows the current maximum and minimum frequencies. Clicking this widget launches SetCPU.
* Frequency lists for Snapdragon devices, Samsung Galaxy, Motorola Cliq, and HTC Tattoo have been included, though support for these devices is experimental. The device can be selected on the introduction screen.
* Custom frequency lists are now supported. To enable custom frequencies, place a file called setcpu.txt on /sdcard/ or /system/sd/, sorting frequencies in kHz, separated by comma, from lowest to highest, then select the corresponding option on the introduction screen.
* There is no longer a "set" button - changing the seekbar positions will immediately set the frequency. As a result, all seekbars in the application will now snap back if the user attempts to place the maximum frequency below minimum.
* Instead of refusing to work at all, SetCPU will now operate in a read-only mode if root access is not detected.

1.4.2: Instead of choosing between performance (always max) and ondemand CPU governors, there is now a drop down list with all the available governors on the device. Thanks morfic! Added CPU scaling configurations for the OMAP3 processor of the Motorola Sholes/Droid/Milestone. This is strictly in beta. Custom frequency list now reads from /system/setcpu in addition to setcpu.txt on SD FAT or EXT.

1.4.3: Includes compatibility fixes for HDPI devices and UI enhancements. Frequency lists for the Samsung Moment (untested), the T-Mobile Pulse, and the Acer Liquid have been included. The application will no longer sometimes re-set CPU frequencies upon launch.

1.4.3a: Added more frequencies for the Nexus One.

1.4.3b: Fixed a widget issue on the Nexus One. Sorry for the rather rapid succession of updates the past few days!

1.4.3c: Adds support for 600MHz kernel patches on the Motorola Droid. On the Droid configuration. SetCPU will attempt to detect the existence of 600MHz and adjust the frequency list accordingly.

1.4.4: Adds an "autodetect" option that works on newer kernels (at the bottom of the device selection screen). This should enable the supercharged speeds in some of tasmanian_droid's newer kernels. Fixes a force close crash when selecting some frequency lists that were not compatible with the device (thanks Julian).

1.4.5: - Streamlined/refactored profiles code.
- Added "battery temperature" profile. SetCPU is now able to set a certain speed when the battery goes above a user-defined threshold. This would optimally be set to throttle the CPU lower at a high temperature. To ensure compatibility with your device, see if a valid temperature is displayed in the "System Info" menu. This profile does not take effect immediately and does not replace being cautious - it is not based on CPU core temperature, and must wait for a battery state change before reacting.
- Added an "About" button to the main screen with simple themes. Default color scheme is now "Dark"
- Adjusted the widget to display four digit speeds properly (thanks Berzerker).
- Various bugfixes and UI tweaks.

1.4.6: Fixed issues with the battery profile. Included a much better icon thanks to Josh Deere (dphase).

QR code (donate by buying it on the market ):

[smagicmans]

thanks dude, that was a fast update!

I wonder if it is possible to add some more freq. between the range of 384 and 528 for the next udpate, e.g. like 500 or 480 for the non 1.5 cupcake build.

[coolbho3000]

Originally Posted by smagicmans thanks dude, that was a fast update! I wonder if it is possible to add some more freq. between the range of 384 and 528 for the next udpate, e.g. like 500 or 480 for the non 1.5 cupcake build.

The CPU won't set to anything else, unfortunately (if you set it to 500 for example nothing actually happens).

[SolemnWishing]

Sweet.. looking for something like this.

[Lakers3408]

Works great

Faster Open Home load and no longer lags as much.

THANKS!!

[Thibale]

Great app !!

Simple and efficient, the best cloacking app for Haykuro IMO. Just a question : how to keep the cpu running at 528 after reboot?
I know this may not be included in your app right now but I think with a script it might be possible. Any idea?

Thibaud

[coolbho3000]

Originally Posted by Thibale Great app !! Simple and efficient, the best cloacking app for Haykuro IMO. Just a question : how to keep the cpu running at 528 after reboot? I know this may not be included in your app right now but I think with a script it might be possible. Any idea? Thibaud

I'm kind of reluctant to add that feature because if someone's processor can't handle 528MHz I'm afraid peoples' phones will crash every time they start up forcing a wipe.

[Lakers3408]

It has issues with Shake Awake app, everytime single time all day long shake awake forces close when I use SetCPU. Im I the only one with this issue?

[coolbho3000]

Originally Posted by Lakers3408 It has issues with Shake Awake app, everytime single time all day long shake awake forces close when I use SetCPU. Im I the only one with this issue?

Do you have the lock feature "on?" SetCPU will query a file to see if the phone is awake if lock is on.

[SolemnWishing]

lol, i actually havent had any issues with the phone locking up at 528Mhz, and im using 1.5. However, I hate taking out the battery cover ( i manage to kill my phone in other ways) so something else to do woulld just be
-adb shell
-reboot